Where To See Australia's Wildlife in the Wild Where To See Australia’s Wildlife In The Wild January 31, 2013 Filed in: Destinations , Travel Tips This is a guest post from the lovely Lillian from Travel Armadillo . I was lucky enough to see kangaroos, snakes, penguins and dingos in their natural habitat during the 2 years I spent in Australia and Lillian’s written us an awesome guest post on the best places to spot Australia’s wildlife in the wild for your next trip down under. Enjoy! [hr] Australia’s isolation from the rest of the world for thousands of years has meant that its wildlife has evolved to be unique and distinct from every other living thing in the world. Australia has so many weird and wonderful animals, and while zoos and reserves are all well and good, if you’re a keen nature lover and up for a bit of adventure, then maybe you would like to see these animals in their natural habitat. There is something a bit more special about seeing them in the wild.

I couldn’t possibly name all of them, so here are some of the more famous animals (and a few obscure ones for good measure) the land down under has to offer, and where you can see them in the wild. Australian Wildlife in the Wild Old Favourites Kangaroo You can find kangaroos just about anywhere in Australia. There are almost 50 types of kangaroo, but they can generally be divided into two main types: red kangaroos and grey kangaroos. You will probably need a car to see kangaroos in the wild. If you drive around rural areas at dusk or dawn you will most likely see them grazing and hopping about in fields or paddocks. Wallaby Like kangaroos, you can find wallabies in many parts of Australia. There are many different types of wallabies, some of which, like the yellow-footed rock wallaby, are greatly endangered. Agile-wallabies are the most common and can be found around many parts of Northern Territory. Central Australia is also a great place to see Rock-wallabies, especially in and around places like the MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, and the Flinders Ranges in South Australia.

Wombat Wombats are nocturnal, live in burrows and are closely related to the Koala. They are small, round and muscular, and are sometimes referred to as “the bulldozers of the bush.” The bare-nosed wombat, is the most common wombat in Australia and you can find them in coastal areas, grasslands or forest areas in New South Wales, eastern Victoria, north-east Tasmania and Flinders Island (a small island just north of Tasmania). One place you definitely won’t find wombats is the desert as they are herbivores. Kangaroo Valley in New South Wales is another great place to see wombats roaming freely. But, unfortunately there is no guaranteed way to see them in the wild. Koala One of the best places to see koalas in their natural habitat is along the Great Ocean Road, especially between Lorne and Apollo bay. Turn down towards Kennett River and stop at the Koala Cove Café. Across from the café you will see a little walkway, lined with eucalyptus trees. Walk along this walkway and keep looking up; you should see lots of sleepy koalas, you might even catch one snaking on a eucalyptus leaves!

Further along the Great Ocean Road you may come across more koala spotting opportunities. Watch out for people stopping on the side of the road and pointing a camera into a eucalyptus tree, more than likely they’ve spotted a koala! Crocodile Crocodiles can be found all across northern Australia. All across the wetlands of Northern Territory , in places like Kakadu and Mary River wetlands, are the best for croc spotting. The best time of year to go is during the dry season as there is less water around and therefore a bigger concentration of crocs in one area. One sure way to see wild crocs is to go on a Jumping Crocs Tour on the Adelaide River, about hour outside Darwin. It’s a great way to get up close to wild crocodiles and see their speed and agility in the water. Emu Along with the kangaroo, the emu features on the Australia coat of arms and is an iconic Australian animal. Emus inhabit most of Australia, so it’s probably easier to tell you where you won’t find them. You definitely won’t find wild emus in Tasmania, open sandy deserts or rainforests.

Again, driving around rural areas will give you the best chance of seeing them. Outback New South Wales and outback southern-Queensland are the best places to see them roaming about, usually in grain fields. Tasmanian Devil Tasmanian devils are not the easiest of animals to spot in the wild. These little nocturnal carnivores are becoming increasingly rare due to various diseases, particularly the facial tumour disease. Obviously, as their name suggests, the only place in Australia you can see Tasmanian Devils in the wild is Tasmania, though they are thought to have inhabited parts of mainland Australia too, until the arrival of dingos. You can find Tasmanian Devils in dry woodland and coastal scrubland areas all across Tasmania. You can also apply to volunteer to help with the preservation of Tasmanian Devils, if you’re really keen on seeing them in the wild. Dingos Dingos can be found on Fraser Island , in central Australia and the Kimberley region in Western Australia, though they’re not just limited to these areas.

Fraser Island, off the coast of Queensland, has some of the most “purest” dingos in eastern Australia and is probably the best place to see a dingo in the wild, though, sadly, numbers are starting to decline. Some Obscure Australian Animals Cassowary Cassowaries are large black birds, with bright cobalt blue heads and larges crests that protrude from their heads, almost like a helmet. They are very rare and only inhabit northern Queensland and Papua New Guinea. The best places to see them are along roads near Mission Beach, Cape Tribulation and Kuranda, around dusk or dawn. You may be disappointed as these beautiful birds as they are extremely shy and live deep in rainforests. Penguins When you think of Australian wildlife penguins probably won’t be the first thing you think of, but 20 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD in St Kilda, you can find a colony of little penguins. You can spot them at the end of St Kilda Pier just after sunset returning to their nests after a hard days fishing. You can see them all through the year, but expect big crowds during summer months.

Camels Camels are another unusual animal that you may not think of when you think of Australia, but they are plentiful down under. Camels were imported into Australia in the 19th century for transport purposes. Today, many camels still roam the Australian deserts and have actually become pests, destroying important water sources. The best place to catch a glimpse of a wild camel is in central Australia; the areas surrounding Alice Springs; along the Stuart highway and Uluru and Kata-Tjuta National Park. Lilian is a travel blogger who has travelled slowly around Australia for 16 months. While she has bid Oz farewell, her next destination is Canada. You can read all about her Australian adventures and soon-to-be Canadian adventures, as well as some as other awesome destinations, over at Travel Armadillo Emu | NSW Environment & Heritage Emu What do they look like? The word emu comes from the Portuguese word 'ema', which means 'large bird'. Standing up to 2 m tall, adult male emus are Australia's largest birds. In size, they are second only to ostriches in the world. Their powerful legs give them great speed, some running up to 50 km per hour.

At full pace, an emu's stride can measure up to 3 m. The emu belongs to a group of flightless running birds with flat breastbones known as ratites. Ratites are the oldest of modern bird families. They include kiwis, ostriches and cassowaries. The emu's feathers are very primitive and look like a form of coarse hair. The special nature of these feathers enables emus to cope with extreme changes in weather. What do they sound like? The emu makes a deep-throated 'drumming' sound by using its tracheal pouch, which is part of its windpipe. The tracheal pouch is over 30 cm long and very thin-walled, and it allows the bird to produce deep guttural grunts. This pouch develops fully during the breeding season and is most frequently used during courtship. The emu's call can be heard from more than 100 m away. Where do they live? The emu is a hardy bird and will survive in most parts of Australia's rugged environment, but it avoids thickly forested regions.

It thrives in remote places like the dry plains at Australia's centre, the tropical woodlands to the north, and the cold snowfields of the high country. What do they eat? Emus eat a wide variety of leaves, grasses, fruits, native plants, and insects. In spring and summer, their diet consists mainly of flowers and seeds. In autumn, as those foods become scarce, they graze on young grass which sprouts after summer rains. In winter, herbs form the emu's main food. They eat insects when these are available - such as during grasshopper plagues. Keeping out of danger Emus do not have the option of flying away if under attack from predators. If attacked from above by other birds such as the wedge-tailed eagle, emus will run in a zigzag pattern. However, at close quarters their main defence is a swift kick or two with their powerful legs. Breeding As courtship begins, the female emu's plumage becomes slightly darker. When she finds a partner, the two of them will build a nest of trampled grass in open or lightly-covered country. A clutch of dark green eggs (usually between 5 and 20) is laid in May or June.

The female then leaves the nest area, after which she shows no more interest in her eggs or partner. She may simply wander off to join a group of non-breeding birds, or she may find another mate and lay again. The male incubates the eggs for eight to ten weeks. He seldom leaves the eggs during this period, and can lose a considerable amount of weight. He waits until they are all hatched before he and his chicks leave the nest site. The young emus can remain with their father for up to two years. Once fully grown, they may stay in the same area or wander widely in search of food, water and a mate. They become sexually mature at about 18 months of age. Emu farming The first attempts to farm emus began in Western Australia in the early 1970s. However, it was not until 1987 that emu farming, based on captive breeding, was found to be a commercially viable industry. Licences for emu farming in NSW were first issued in 1993 and are closely regulated by OEH. Wild emus are protected in NSW by the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1974 .

More information Contact the OEH Wildlife Licensing Unit to find out more about emu farming in NSW. Emu Oil Canada Blog /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis Recently, we took an in-depth look at emu oil’s potential to stimulate hair growth and even prevent hair loss. Similarly, we thought it’d be a good time to take a closer look at using emu oil for eyelash growth. In the past few years, long and full eyelashes have become a growing trend. Whether it’s certain mascaras, home remedies, or eyelash extensions, women everywhere are trying everything to achieve the perfect lashes. A simple web search for better eyelashes yields countless tips, tricks, and products to use that all claim to enhance your lashes. No surprise here, emu oil has even become a popular means in lengthening and thickening eyelashes. While no scientific research has backed its abilities, plenty of women claim to have found positive results. So, is emu oil for eyelashes a plausible option for a thicker and fuller look? Find out with Willow Springs Emu Oil Emu Oil for Eyelashes: Can it Promote Growth?

Surprisingly, some women actually began trying emu oil to promote eyelash growth years ago, though its potential to do so has really been recognized only recently. This is most likely due to the aforementioned eyelash trend, as women are trying anything they can to achieve the eyelashes they desire. Though plenty of other products have proven to improve growth, they also proved to have some irritating side effects. Because pure emu oil is natural and safe, it may be a viable alternative to these apparently harmful products. With its unique abilities to deeply penetrate skin, emu oil is believed to stimulate dormant hair follicles and promote better growth. This could be due to its high content of linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid that reduces inflammation. With this, emu oil could produce longer and fuller lashes naturally, which is a far better option than using enhancing mascaras that contain harmful chemicals. Again, there’s no research to support the use of emu oil for eyelashes, though many women claim it’s a great solution.

How to Use Emu Oil for Enhancing Eyelashes Since eyelash-enhancing mascaras and even some extensions can be harmful and have unwanted side effects, using emu oil for its potential to promote eyelash growth is a much safer alternative. In using emu oil for such, some women apply a drop of the oil directly to their eyelashes before going to bed at night, but you can also add a drop to your mascara if you so choose. You can even create your own remedy to apply to your lashes. To do so, you’ll need to mix the following ingredients: 1 tsp. castor oil /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis There’s no denying the power of pure emu oil. The beneficial oil has been proven to alleviate a wide variety of issues. Whether it be reducing the appearance of scars to effectively treating chapped lips, or even fighting wrinkles, pure emu oil is beneficial from head to toe. We’ve already discussed its potential benefits for hair loss , but now we’d like to take a closer look at the oil’s possible ability to help those who suffer from Crohn’s disease. At Willow Springs, we’re very aware how beneficial pure emu oil is.

Used in each and every one of our products , from lip balm to pain cream, emu oil can work wonders for your body. Pure emu oil’s anti-inflammatory properties and ability to penetrate deeply into the skin allows it to treat a range of conditions. In the past couple years, researchers have studied the use of pure emu oil for treating Crohn’s disease. In our opinion, it’s a viable solution. However, we’ll do a little more research to find out what it can do. Take a look. Common Treatment for Crohn’s Disease An inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), Crohn’s disease can present severe pain, malnutrition, weight loss and more. This is due to inflammation in the lining of the digestive tract, which can spread deep into bowel tissue. In most cases, those with Crohn’s disease are prescribed medication to suppress inflammation and alleviate pain. Additionally, a nutritious diet is always recommended to reduce symptoms and flare-ups. Surgery is even sometimes necessary when medications no longer alleviate symptoms. Because Crohn’s disease is caused by inflammation of the digestive tract, pure emu oil could be an effective treatment, as it has a superb ability to reduce inflammation.

So, is pure emu oil a viable option for those who suffer from IBD? Pure Emu Oil: A Solution to Crohn’s Disease? In recent years, researchers have been studying pure emu oil and its potential ability to reduce inflammation of the digestive tract. Within one study, Dr. Suzanne Mashtoub demonstrated the oil reduced inflammation of the large bowel after treatment. Another study, led by Professor Gordon Howarth at Adelaide University, showed emu oil could reduce intestinal inflammation caused by a chemotherapy drug. With this, pure emu oil’s potential to treat Crohn’s disease seems quite plausible. Though additional research is needed, taking pure emu oil supplements just may alleviate symptoms of Inflammatory bowel disease. By ingesting these dietary supplements, the pure emu oil is carried straight to the digestive tract, potentially allowing it to attack the source of inflammation. The Power of Pure Emu Oil While we may need a little more research to confirm emu oil’s ability to treat IBD, it could very well be an effective and natural option. Regardless, pure emu oil has long been used to soothe burns and heal wounds. And in the years past, it’s been shown to solve a range of additional issues.

If you’re interested in reaping the many benefits of pure emu oil, you can purchase it from Willow Springs Emu Oil right here . You can also contact us with any questions or comments. Be sure to visit our blog for more useful information about the therapeutic benefits of emu oil. /in Emu and Emu Farming /by Russ Davis Throughout countless posts, we’ve discussed emus and their beneficial oils extensively. We’ve even covered the difference between emus and the fellow flightless ostrich. While we’re at it, we thought it’d be interesting to take a deeper look into the other flightless birds found in the group ratites. Though ostriches are the largest living ratite, it wasn’t always that way. Some extinct species were actually twice their size! Of course, we’re sure none of the emus’ fellow ratites offered such beneficial oils to mankind, but they’re all still quite interesting. From the largest birds in existence to chicken-size kiwis, ratites are a diverse group of birds. Let’s take a closer look. Flightless Birds: Extinct Ratites When it comes to flightless birds, both living and extinct ratites take the cake for most interesting, but that’s our opinion.

As mentioned, some now-extinct forms of these flightless birds were much larger than what we’re used to today. While ostriches and emus are two of the largest living birds, their predecessors were much larger. Take a look below: Moa: Native to New Zealand, the moa species ranged from turkey-sized birds to one of the largest birds, weighing up to 500 pounds and standing 12 feet tall! By 1400, the moa became extinct as the first humans arrived in New Zealand. Aepyornis Maximus: Though shorter than the moa, the aepyornis was the largest bird known to exist. Referred to as the elephant bird, these giants could weigh nearly 900 pounds and reach heights over 9 feet. Three smaller species existed as well, though they slowly disappeared after the arrival of humans. Living Forms of Ratites Continuing on through the list of flightless birds that form the ratite group, the birds to follow still live today. As mentioned, we’ve discussed emus extensively, and even went into depth on ostriches in our last post . With this, let us fill you in on the remaining ratites.

Cassowary: Native to Australia and New Guinea along with the emu, cassowaries are shorter than emus, yet heavier. When threatened, cassowaries can be very dangerous and are likely to attack. Rhea: A mid-sized flightless bird, one species of the rhea, the American rhea, typically weighs 45-55 pounds and stands nearly 5 feet tall. The rhea is native to South America. Kiwi: Consisting of five species, kiwis are the smallest bird in the ratite group. From New Zealand, kiwis are about the size of a chicken. They’re nocturnal and nest in burrows. Surprisingly, kiwi eggs are quite large in comparison to the bird’s size. Emus: The Beneficial Flightless Bird There you have it: a list of emus’ fellow flightless birds. Ranging from 10 feet tall to a mere 16 inches, ratites are quite interesting, not to mention diverse. While interesting, none of these birds are quite as beneficial as the emu and its beneficial oils. If you’re interested in reaping the benefits of emu oil, browse Willow Spring Emu Oil today!

Of course, you can always contact us here for questions and comments. /in Emu and Emu Farming /by Russ Davis Here at Willow Springs Emu Oil we specialize in emu oil products, but we have noticed that many people often get emus confused with ostriches. While both are large, flightless birds, the emu and the ostrich have many differences. Our emu oil products are effective at treating a number of skin conditions and we believe our customers should be as informed as possible about what they are buying from us. To better accomplish this goal, let our emu oil experts fill you in on the differences between emus and ostriches. Territory and Size One of the most obvious differences between these two flightless birds is their natural habitat. Emus are native to Australia while ostriches are found in Africa. Both birds are, however, surprisingly adaptive and were once found in other regions. For example, ostriches once roamed free in the middle east, while emus have been found on the islands surrounding Australia. Ostriches are also the tallest bird in the world, standing as tall as nine feet in some cases! Emus are not small, however.

As the second tallest bird, emus can reach a height of six feet. Both birds are also surprisingly heavy. Ostriches can weigh as much as two full-grown humans, or roughly 300 pounds, while emus can weigh as much as 135 pounds. Despite their size, both emus and ostriches are fast runners, clocking 30 and 40 miles per hour, respectively. Physical Traits In addition to their size differences, emus and ostriches have many other differences in their physical appearance. Female ostriches are a dull brown in color, while males can be black with white accents. Emus, on the other hand, can vary in color, but are typically greyish-brown with the tips of their feathers being black. Their habitat often determines their color scheme. Additionally, both birds have rather large eggs. The ostrich egg is the largest egg in the world, weighing more than 1.5 Kg or 3 pounds. Although ostrich eggs are the largest eggs, they are actually the smallest eggs in comparison to the size of an adult bird. Emu eggs are also large, weighing as much as 700 grams.

Emu eggs are also a dark green color while ostrich eggs are more of a yellow cream. Willow Springs Emu Oil While both birds’ oil have skin moisturizing benefits, only Emu oil has therapeutic healing and anti-inflammatory properties. Here at Willow Springs, we specialize in emu oil. All of our products are made with pure emu oil and can be beneficial for a variety of skin and hair conditions. If you are interested in any of our high-quality emu oil products, you can visit our online store here . If you any questions or comments you can contact us here or call us at 1.866.338.8227. /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis Can Emu oil really help prevent hair loss? As you may have seen in an earlier blog post , some experts suggest Emu oil can be used to reduce baldness, thicken hair, and accelerate hair growth. However, evidence proving the beneficial oil can do that seems to be lacking. So, with Emu oil’s many healing properties, can it really promote hair growth and help combat the effects of hair loss? Let’s take a closer look.

It is true: Emu oil has a remarkable ability to penetrate and moisturize the skin, reduce inflammation, and accelerate the healing of cells. With this, Emu oil’s ability to reverse hair loss seems possible, though more research studies are required to accurately determine this. At Willow Springs Emu Oil , we’re very aware of the many healing properties Emu oil presents to the body, so we’d like to explain how it can indeed stimulate hair growth. Emu Oil for Hair Loss: Can it Really Help? Emu oil can actually help reverse hair loss, that is, when used alongside some type of hair regrowth medication. To explain, Emu oil has anti-inflammatory properties, which can contribute to a healthy scalp. Furthermore, the oil does not clog pores, so it’s safe to use on the scalp and won’t cause further problems. Finally, Emu oil can and does effectively penetrate the skin, which is possibly the most beneficial property when it comes to hair growth. With its ability to penetrate deep into the skin, Emu oil can enhance the effects of hair loss medications when used simultaneously. So, while Emu oil may not be able to stimulate hair growth alone, it can absolutely be beneficial when combined with a hair loss medication.

How to Use Emu Oil for Hair Loss As you can see, Emu oil can indeed increase the effectiveness of hair loss medication, therefore promoting hair regrowth. Of course, there are a few things to consider when using the oil for hair loss. First, you must use pure Emu oil to achieve optimal results. You’ll also want to find a potent oil, as some can vary in their amount of antioxidants. To use the oil for best results, follow the steps below: Massage oil into scalp with your hair loss medication Apply multiple times per day Wait 20-30 minutes before rinsing it out That’s it! Using pure Emu oil in conjunction with your hair loss medication will enhance its effects and potentially increase hair regrowth! To achieve optimal results, consider using Willow Springs pure Emu oil. You can find it right here , along with our other beneficial Emu oil products. Remember, you can always contact us for questions and comments. /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis As you’ve probably seen in our previous blog posts , the benefits of Emu oil were discovered quite some time ago.

If you’re new to our blog, you may be surprised to hear that Emu oil’s healing properties were actually used thousands of years ago, as research suggests. However, documentation determining when it was first discovered is lacking. Regardless, from its earliest use, the many advantages of Emu oil were clear. In the years since, the benefits and uses of Emu oil have grown significantly. What was once only used for skin moisturizing is now used to alleviate pain from a variety of conditions, ranging from skin wounds to back pain. With its healing properties having been discovered thousands of years ago, and used throughout the years since, the advantages of utilizing Emu oil are clear. Let’s a take a trip back in time and rediscover the early uses of this beneficial oil. Early Uses of Emu Oil As mentioned, the earliest use of Emu oil dates back to thousands of years ago. It was at this time Australian Aborigines discovered the great qualities of the oil. Before the numerous advantages of Emu oil were found, the Aborigines used the oil to treat sunburns and moisturize skin. Additionally, the indigenous people hung emu skin from trees to collect oil, then wrap elders suffering from arthritis in the skin to alleviate pain.

Sometime after the initial discovery, the Aborigines presented Emu oil to early European settlers. From here, its uses were stretched to treating bruised tissue, burns, and dry skin. As Europeans learned the many benefits of Emu oil, its uses began to spread. Use of Emu Oil Spreads to Other Countries By the mid-1800s, the use of Emu oil and its healing properties spread outside of Australia, reaching New Zealand and European countries. In just a matter of time, more uses of the oil were discovered. By the end of the 20th century, American farmers started importing Emu after learning about its wide range of uses. Soon thereafter, the oil was used by burn centers and athletic trainers to repair skin tissue and minimize scars by the 1990s. As its medical use became more common, Emu oil continued to grow in popularity, and still remains useful today, if not more useful. Today’s Widespread Use Not only is Emu oil commonly used in the modern age to treat a broad range of medical issues, extensive studies have also increased greatly. Today, Emu oil is readily available and widely used.

It’s been shown to effectively treat stretch marks, burns, skin conditions, back pain, arthritis and more. To learn more about Emu oil and its many uses, check out our website . You can also contact us here for any questions or call us at 1.866.338.8227. /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis Keeping your skin moisturized isn’t always an easy task, as there is a broad range of factors that dry it out. Both internal and external factors contribute to dry skin, but most often it is the external factors that affect it. Dryness causes itching, roughness, and red patches on your skin. Fortunately, dryness and the discomfort it causes can be controlled with the right moisturizers. At Willow Springs Emu Oil , we strive to provide customers with the best solution to dry skin by offering Emu oil in all of our products. Proven to replenish and moisturize skin, Emu oil is a great solution to dry skin. To further protect your skin, we’ve done the research on dry skin for you, finding what causes it and how to relieve it. Let us fill you in.

Factors that Promote Dry Skin As mentioned, there are both external and internal factors that promote dry and itching skin. From age and genetics to cold temps, it can be hard to escape the causes of dry skin, but knowing just what contributes to dryness is key. Here are some external and internal factors: Overusing hand sanitizers or strong soaps Cold temperatures /in Emu and Emu Farming /by Russ Davis By now, you should be aware of the numerous benefits Emu oil presents to your body, not to mention the nutrition their meat provides. Plain and simple, emus are full of advantages for the human body. From treating cuts and burns to revitalizing skin, these beneficial birds have a number of far-reaching uses, but they’re quite interesting themselves as well. Here at Willow Springs Emu Oil, we value this flightless bird. Without emus, where else could we find such fantastic nutrients? Emu oil works wonders for our bodies and can be used to treat a variety of conditions. Take a moment to appreciate the value of Emu, and learn a bit about them with our list of fun and interesting facts. Emu Behavior Typically, emus are a docile bird, though they occasionally fight among themselves.

They’re quite curious, and are most active throughout the day. These large birds are fast runners, with the ability to reach 30 MPH. They can even swim! Take a look below at some behavioral facts: Male emus make drumming and grunting sounds, while the females make louder booming sounds. Sometimes living in flocks, emus are generally a solitary bird. To help grind their food and accelerate digestion, emus will swallow pebbles. The birds use their long powerful legs and sharp claws to defend against predators. Physical Attributes Emus are very interesting birds. Next to the ostrich, emus are the second largest bird in the world, sometimes reaching over 6 feet in height. The flightless bird’s ancestors lived in the time of dinosaurs, and even share some similar features with such. Check out some more facts about the physical attributes of emus below: Much like owls, emus have two sets of eyelids—one for blinking, one set for protecting their eyes from dust and debris. Emus only have three toes on each foot at the end of their long legs, which are built for running. The birds can weigh up to 130 pounds!

Though they require water on a daily basis, emus can survive for long periods of time without food, as they store fat for energy when needed. Emus: Interesting and Beneficial As you can see, emus are unique birds. Their large size and excellent attributes make them a very useful bird, especially for humans. Used for their feathers, meat, and oil, emus present a variety of benefits to humans. If you’re interesting in learning more about emus and the use of their byproducts, check out our blog . You can also view Willow Springs’ online store , which is full of Emu oil products that are advantageous to your body. Try one today! /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions , Products /by Russ Davis The list of benefits from using Emu oil on your skin is seemingly endless. From treating scars and burns to its moisturizing and skin-soothing properties, Emu oil has even been linked to decreasing hair loss. Offered in lotion, lip balm, soap, various creams, and in its pure state, the oil can be used for a wide range of skincare and more. Consumers are even beginning to use Emu oil for the treatment of stretch marks.

Emu oil has reportedly been able to help reduce stretch marks, whether they are a result of pregnancy, weight loss, or any other causes. Through prolonged use of the oil, consumers have seen their stretch marks diminish. With the many benefits Emu oil offers, this really shouldn’t come as a surprise. How it Works As with any use on the skin, Emu oil provides moisture to dry areas, replenishing damaged skin and stimulating cell growth. A transdermal oil, Emu oil penetrates deeper into the skin tissue where stretch marks take form. Additionally, with its high levels of fatty acids, Emu oil is similar to the natural chemistry of our skin. These fatty acids, such as Omega 3 and 6, are essential for healthy skin. Those with stretch marks often suffer from the discomfort and irritation that comes with inflammation. Emu oil is an anti-inflammatory and can alleviate the pain caused by stretch marks. Proper Use for Best Results As mentioned, Emu oil comes in many different products. Though each consists of Emu oil, best results are achieved by applying the oil in its pure form or using Emu Oil Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer cream . The oil or cream should be topically applied multiple times a day.

Also, applying it after showering can enhance the softening of skin and allows the oil to be further absorbed. It’s also recommended that you allow the oil time to absorb before putting clothes on over the area. Note that treatment is gradual and results are not instantaneous. What’s great about using pure Emu oil for stretch marks, or any skin issue for that matter, is that it’s completely natural. With no known side effects, Emu oil is hypoallergenic and won’t cause skin irritation. With so many natural benefits, there’s no reason not to try Emu oil! Rid yourself of stretch marks and try Emu oil now! You can find pure Emu oil and lotion at our online store and learn about the many benefits of Emu oil on our website . Don’t hesitate. Give your skin the moisture and care it needs today. /in Emu Oil and the treatment of Medical Conditions /by Russ Davis Emu oil has been noted for its numerous health benefits including the ability to treat skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis, so it shouldn’t be surprising that emu oil is also effective at treating scars.

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Emu Habitat -- Long but Fact-Filled and Varied New Posts All Forums:Forum Nav: Emu Habitat -- Long but Fact-Filled and Varied John Gould’s Birds of Australia (1840) This is a diversion, beloved readers, an introduction, a tour. Sit back and enjoy. Supreme Emu will, upon request, check any and all facts -- however, in order to knock a stake into the ground, he is gonna hit the Net hard and fast. One: hottest temperature ever recorded: Lut Desert, Iran – 159 F. Two: a number of others are listed at 139 plus. Three: Oodnadatta, in South Australia, gets a mention at 123 F. Four: here is our first ‘range map.’ S.E. suspects that it’s wrong. Two things: firstly, it seems to have been created by simply ‘removing’ emus from built-up areas. Secondly, it allows that emus range in the middle of all deserts -- ?? Five: the map below also makes no sense. Again, why are so many emus in such inhospitable spots? Why is there an emu-free zone in the NW?

Why is one tiny area in the Northern Territory desert chockablock full of emus? [Here in brackets: there is a great array of emu photos at: Eight: the following is pretty good: ‘Emus occur in all Australian states except Tasmania. They can be found almost anywhere in the country except within urban areas, although they can be found on the outskirts of these areas. Emus range from coastal areas, where they are becoming increasingly rarer due to developments and roads, to the sub-Alpine regions. Therefore, they can take a range of temperatures from cool-temperate to hot-temperate. They are most common in New South Wales, in open scrubland and grasslands. They are also found in areas where agriculture has overtaken the natural habitat, particularly if there is a ready water source. They may also be found on the edge of wetland areas, but not within the wetlands. They are not found in open, sandy desert areas of Australia's central west, due to lack of shelter and the insufficient food source for such a large bird. They are not found in rainforest regions or closed forest.

Unlike many of Australia's native creatures, the emu does need a ready supply of water, so emus are not found in the desert. Emus used to be found in Tasmania, but European settlement resulted in their extinction there. Two dwarf species of emu inhabited Kangaroo Island (off the South Australian coast) and King Island (in Bass Strait) but they also became extinct, mostly due to being hunted by whalers and sailors.’ Nine: so is this (academic source): ‘The Emu is found . . . lives throughout most of the continent, ranging from coastal regions to high in the Snowy Mountains. Emus were once found in Tasmania, but were exterminated soon after Europeans arrived. Two dwarf species of emus that lived on Kangaroo Island and King Island also became extinct. The main habitats of the Emu are sclerophyll forest and savanna woodland. These birds are rarely found in rainforest or very arid areas. Emus move within their range according to climatic conditions. If sufficient food and water are present, birds will reside in one area. Where these resources are more variable, Emus move as needed to find suitable conditions.

They are known to move hundreds of kilometres, sometimes at rates of 15 km to 25 km per day.’ Eleven: Now S.E. will have a go: The range of the emu is a function of its evolution, on the one hand, and the encroachment of humans, on the other. The ‘evolutionary constraints’ are lack of food and water, type of territory, and extremes of heat and cold. We assume that emu populations ‘peter out’ as they simply run out of food and water, as in deserts. (Though it may well be that a couple of really good seasons would provide that emus penetrate hundreds of miles into territory that is generally emu-less.) We assume that emus dislike thick scrub – like the Cape York territory of the cassowary -- because it’s too hard for them to flee predators (gotta think this one over. We should ask Casuarius.). We assume that emus eschew places with really long cold winters because there is too little food, and the cold causes the birds to ‘burn up’ fat too fast. On the ‘human side,’ the bottom line is not people per se, but uncrossable fences.

Emus are brash and curious, and will come close to houses – that is, to people and even dogs – to get to food. Emus thrive around people if they can access high-protein food, like crops, and water. They do this by crossing fences. This though, is an emu strategy for rural areas. Emus don’t adapt to towns and cities as English foxes have. Twelve: now a couple of literary references from S.E.’s library: Firstly, guys, here’s a map of W.A.’s deserts: ‘Kay, for all non-Australian readers, we are stepping out into tres inhospitable country, to the point at which populations of people and emus ‘peter out.’ The Aranda’s territory is NW of the Simpson Desert. We may assume that there are emus here because there’s a great photo of three dancers playing the parts of Dad and chicks. So, there may or may not be emus in the desert; but there are emus (check map) in the ‘space’ between all the deserts, which is where the Aranda where. My first guess would be that if people aren’t living out there, then emus probably aren’t living out there.

Australian aboriginals have more water sources – like dew collected in a container from morning grass – than critters. I, the aboriginal, Douglas Lockwood ‘He made tracks with the tip of his finger . . . He made the tracks of turtles, goannas, emus, crocodiles, porcupines [means ‘echidnas’], birds, cattle, and horses, and told me to copy them.’ Guys, it’s a no-brainer that the speaker, Waipuldanya, had emus in his tribal territory, up near Arnhem Land. My point is that we could certainly determine a great deal about the range of the emu from anthropological accounts and dictionaries – if people got a word for a thing, then that thing is in their world! [You’ll get this text cheaply on Amazon. Great read, if you are interested in Australian history.] The People in between: The Pitjantjatjara People of Ernabella, Hilliard A century ago, a white Australian witnessed the Pitjantjatjara hunting emus: ‘ . . . a small water-hole in the vicinity of Ernabella.

Such water-holes are the venues of bird and animal life as well as the tribesmen.’ Readers, before I go on, this territory – the Tanami Desert of the Pitjantjatjara – is ‘lodestone’: if an emu can live out there, it can live on the face of the sun. [My books-to-buy list includes The Lizard Eaters, also by Lockwood. It’s also about the Pitjantjatjara, and I highly recommend it. I’ll post some emu info from it when it turns up.] What is noteworthy about the passage in Hilliard’s text is the sense that emus aren’t necessarily common. The hunters see the tracks, and set out to kill the emus in question. This is satisfying to us. Deserts are not stable, and perhaps emus and people penetrate and retreat to and from different parts of them according to the seasons. S.E. has read somewhere – I have no reference – that it is aboriginal custom to hunt on poor territory in good times, which leaves the good territory for poor times. Brilliant strategy! Here below is one map that makes more sense. Put it side by side with the map of the W.A.

deserts. See that the range of emus marked on the map coincides pretty well with the ‘non-desert’ areas? Emu Facts Information - Animal Facts - Animals - Animals Myths&Legends - Planet Ozkids - Animal stories, Animal facts and endangered animals ( Dromaius novaehollandiae ) Description The emu is the largest bird in Australia, and the second largest in the world after the ostrich. Emus have long necks, sharp beaks and small ears. They have two sets of eyelids, one for blinking and one to keep out the dust. Their feet are long, with three toes. One toe on each foot has a long talon, for fighting. Emu feathers are soft and light-brown with dark tips. Each feather has a double shaft. Emus can grow to between 5 to 6.5 feet (1.5 – 2 metres) in height and weigh up to 130 pounds (60 kg). Males are slightly smaller than females. Males make a grunting sound like a pig and females make a loud booming sound. Habitat and history Emus are found only in Australia.

They live in most of the less-populated areas of the continent and although they can survive in most regions, they avoid dense forest and severe desert. Emus have been living in Australia for a very long time. Their ancestors, the Dromornithids, roamed the land when dinosaurs lived. Originally there were three species of emu, but now there is only one. The two other species became extinct because they were hunted for their meat and feathers. Family The emu belongs to a family of flightless birds called Ratites. Most Ratites are now extinct, and only the emu, ostrich, cassowary, kiwi and rhea are alive today. Biology Other flightless birds have a keel on their sternum, but Ratites do not. This means that Ratites don’t have a strong anchor for their wing muscles, so they couldn’t fly even if they developed suitable wings. Emus have tiny wings hidden under their feathers. They hold them out as stabilizers when they run. Emus must drink every day, and they don’t waste water. On very hot days they breathe rapidly, using their lungs as evaporative coolers. Their large nasal passages have multiple folds inside.

In cooler weather they use these folds to recycle air and create moisture for reuse. Breeding Emus pair in summer and breed in the cooler months. The female develops blue skin on her neck and her feathers turn a darker brown. She struts around the male making special noises to say that she is ready to mate. The male builds a rough nest from bark, grass, sticks and leaves, in a hollow on the ground. Every second or third day, the female lays a very large, thick-shelled, dark green egg, weighing about 1 pound (0.5 kg). The male becomes broody after about the seventh egg. He sits on the clutch of eggs to incubate them, in between the times when the female lays more eggs. Nests usually have clutches of 8 to 10 eggs, but there can be almost double this number. For the next eight weeks, the male stays on the nest, surviving on his accumulated body fat and any morning dew that he can reach. He stands up only to turn the eggs, about 10 times a day. Despite his efforts, goannas, eagles and hawks attack the eggs.

Emu chicks Emu chicks are active as soon as they hatch, and can leave the nest within a few days. They stand about 10 inches (25 cm) tall, and have fluffy feathers with brown and cream stripes for camouflage. This colouring fades after three months or so, and their feathers turn into the adult light brown plumage with darker brown or grey tips. It is estimated that four out of five chicks survive into adulthood. Chicks grow very quickly, up to 2 pounds (1 kg) a week, and are full-grown in 12 to 14 months. They stay with their family group for another six months or so before they split up to breed in their second season. Diet Emus feed on grains, flowers, berries, soft shoots, insects, grubs and whatever else they can find. They even eat stones, dirt and tin cans by accident. When food is plentiful, emus store large amounts of fat in their bodies. They use these fat stores to survive while looking for more food. Emu droppings are large and soft. If an emu sees undigested seeds in its droppings it pecks them out and eats them again.

Habits Emus are very docile and curious, and are easily tamed in captivity. Like all Ratites, they are extremely fast, and can travel great distances at a fast trot. If need be, they can sprint at 30 miles per hour (50 km/hr). They are nomadic and roam the countryside looking for food. Although they are solitary creatures, emus can live in flocks or pairs. When they form a flock, they don’t do it for company – they just all gather where food is. Emus can swim and if they have to, they will cross rivers when they are wandering. But they prefer to just play in the water. On hot days at streams or dams they will sometimes roll on their backs and kick their legs in the air. Emu - Animal Facts Animal Profiles Emu Bird. The emu is Australia's largest bird, standing about 2 meters (6 feet) tall, and weighing up to 54 kg (120 lb). Emus cannot fly but they are fast runners - up to 48 km (30 mi) per hour. Surprisingly, they are also strong swimmers.

Some scientists consider emus to be living dinosaurs because their bones and joints are similar to dinosaurs'. Their ability to store fat allows them to go without food for long periods of time. Emus can defend themselves with tremendously powerful forward kicks. They eat great quantities of caterpillars, grasshoppers, and masses of the burrs that tangle sheep wool, which makes them helpful to farmers. Scientific Name Lifespan Dromaius novaehollandiae 5-10 years in the wild Diet Omnivore. Flowers, fruits, seeds, shoots, large insects (caterpillars are a favorite), lizards, and small rodents. They also swallow large pebbles to grind up food in their gizzards. Predators and Threats Dingoes, eagles, dogs, cats, non-native foxes, and humans. Lizards eat eggs. Habitat Woods, scrubland, grassland and desert areas, but not rainforest; Australia. Native animal fact sheets | NSW Environment & Heritage Native animal facts Native animal fact sheets This page contains links to fact sheets about some well-known native animals in NSW and a few species you may not have heard of. Amphibians There are three species of bell frog in NSW.

They are all similar in appearance but can be distinguished by their markings. Find out how. Birds With a massive 2.5-m wingspan, this is Australia's largest bird of prey. Invertebrates This beautiful insect is one of Australia's rarest butterflies. Found only in the Central West of NSW, it depends on a particular species of ant and special kind of blackthorn plant. Find out more. Mammals These small marsupials were once common in suburban gardens, but now they're rare around Sydney. Find out why. Dingo Did you know that dingos have only lived in Australia for around 3500 years? Scientists think they were brought here by Asian sailors.

Question: In which country would you see the emu in its natural habitat
Answer: Australia